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GEICO · 1 month ago

Head of Government & Regulatory Affairs

Chevy Chase, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$266K/yr - $494K/yr

15+ years exp

GEICO is a leading insurance company that values innovation and customer service. They are seeking a strategic and experienced Head of Government & Regulatory Affairs to lead engagement with policymakers and regulators, develop government relations strategies, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements across the United States.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Build and maintain trusted relationships with legislators, regulators, government officials, and key policymakers at the federal, state, and local levels-as well as trade associations-to strengthen GEICO’s external influence and effectively advocate for the company’s priorities

Develop and execute comprehensive government relations strategies at federal and state levels, shaping company positions on key public policy issues (e.g., rating and pricing, legal system abuse, claim cost drivers, technology-related regulations such as AI, cybersecurity, privacy), to navigate regulatory environments, shape policy outcomes, and align government affairs priorities with business objectives

Partner with GEICO’s executive leadership to align advocacy strategies with enterprise goals and ensure consistent engagement across the organization

Analyze proposed legislation and regulations, assess business impact, and develop data-driven advocacy positions and messaging

Identify and alert internal stakeholders to emerging government and policy trends impacting business strategy; drive initiatives to modernize processes and enhance reporting

Represent GEICO before legislative bodies, regulatory agencies, and trade associations

Support executive participation and engagement with key trade associations, industry groups, and coalitions to enhance GEICO’s presence and influence

Oversee GEICO’s Political Action Committee (PAC), ensuring compliance, strategy execution, and effective internal engagement

Oversee engagement with insurance departments and regulators across all jurisdictions

Partner with Legal to assess and interpret new or evolving laws, rules, regulations and other requirements

Navigate regulatory interactions and relationships including with respect to market conduct examinations, elevated complaints, investigations, inquiries and regulatory issues

Educate internal stakeholders and business leaders on significant regulatory and policy developments, promoting awareness and preparedness across the organization

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team responsible for legislative and regulatory advocacy across all 50 states and the District of Columbia

Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure cohesive, enterprise-wide policy and regulatory strategies

Drive internal communication and alignment on key government and regulatory priorities to support enterprise understanding and advocacy consistency

Qualification

Government affairs experienceAnalytical skillsStrategic thinkingCommunication skillsRelationship buildingInsurance lawsLeadership experienceTeam managementCross-functional collaboration

Required

Education: Bachelor's degree required; Juris Doctor (JD) strongly preferred

Experience: 15+ years of government affairs experience in the insurance or financial services industry, including demonstrated leadership and team management experience

Strategic Thinking: Proven ability to develop and execute complex strategies that align policy priorities with business objectives

Analytical Skills: Exceptional ability to analyze complex legislative and regulatory environments and translate findings into actionable recommendations

Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; proven ability to persuasively articulate positions to policymakers and advise senior executives on complex issues

Relationship Building: Demonstrated success cultivating trusted relationships with policymakers, regulators, and industry leaders

Leadership: Proven ability to build internal alignment, foster cross-functional collaboration, and lead enterprise initiatives such as PAC management or trade association engagement

Preferred

Preferred Knowledge: Deep understanding of auto insurance laws, regulations, and related policy issues

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards program that offers personalized coverage tailor-made for you and your family’s overall well-being.

Financial benefits including market-competitive compensation; a 401K savings plan vested from day one that offers a 6% match; performance and recognition-based incentives; and tuition assistance.

Access to additional benefits like mental healthcare as well as fertility and adoption assistance.

In office and remote opportunities, as well as our signature GEICO Flex program, offering the ability to work remotely for up to four weeks per year.

Company

GEICO

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GEICO, Government Employees Insurance Company, has been providing affordable auto insurance since 1936. It is a sub-organization of Berkshire Hathaway.

Founded in 1936

Chase, Maryland, USA

10001+ employees